Whether it is the beauty of a natural landscape or the beauty of a human face, we are drawn to it. This is reflected in the lyrics of many songs. In this blog post, we will explore some of the most beautiful songs about beauty ever written.
There is something about beauty that inspires us. These songs will make you appreciate the power and magic of beauty!
Contents
- 1. “True Colors Cyndi Lauper” by Cyndi Lauper
- 2. “Beautiful” by Christina Aguilera
- 3. “Everything Is Beautiful” by Ray Stevens
- 4. “Oh, Pretty Woman” by Roy Orbison
- 5. “You & I (Nobody In the World)” by John Legend
- 6. “Unpretty” by TLC
- 7. “Pretty in Pink” by The Psychedelic Furs
- 8. “Try” by Colbie Callait
- 9. “Scars to Your Beautiful” by Alessia Cara
- 10. “Perfect” by Anne-Marie
- 11. “Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars
- 12. “What’s Beautiful” by Everlife
- 13. “Beautiful Soul” by Jesse McCartney
- 14. “Beautiful to Me” by Olly Murs
- 15. “Beautiful Girls” by Sean Kingston
- 16. “Lovely” by Sara Haze
- 17. “Beauty In The Ugly” by Jason Mraz
- 18. “Young and Beautiful” by Lana Del Rey
- 19. “What Makes You Beautiful” by One Direction
- 20. “Who You Are” by Jessie J
- Final Thoughts
1. “True Colors Cyndi Lauper” by Cyndi Lauper
Starting off our list is the classic 80’s pop song “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper. The lyrics of this song are all about appreciating someone for who they truly are, beyond the superficial.
It was released in 1986 and is still widely streamed with covers from other famous artists like Justin Timberlake who sang it for the movie “Trolls” as one of its official soundtracks.
2. “Beautiful” by Christina Aguilera
Christina Aguilera’s song “Beautiful” is an empowering ballad about accepting yourself for who you are, despite what anyone else might say. It was released in 2002 and quickly became a popular anthem for people struggling with self-esteem issues. The song won Grammy awards and has been nominated for other music awards too.
3. “Everything Is Beautiful” by Ray Stevens
“Everything is Beautiful” by Ray Stevens is a lovely song with a simple, yet profound message – that everything in life has beauty, even the challenging moments. It was released in 1970 and won 2 Grammy awards in 1971. This hit song opened more opportunities for him to explore different genres of music and he has since released more albums after this success.
4. “Oh, Pretty Woman” by Roy Orbison
“Oh, Pretty Woman” is a classic rock song by Roy Orbison that was released in 1964. The lyrics are about a man who is captivated by the beauty of a woman he sees walking by. Despite being 50 years old, the song continues to be popular and has been covered by many other artists.
5. “You & I (Nobody In the World)” by John Legend
John Legend’s “You & I (Nobody in the World)” is a beautiful love song that celebrates how special and loved we feel when we are with our significant other. It was released in 2013 as part of his fourth studio album “Love in the Future.” The music video features real-life couples and families from all over the world and has been viewed over 100 million times.
6. “Unpretty” by TLC
Another song about self-acceptance and empowerment is “Unpretty” by TLC. It was released in 1999 as the lead single from their third album FanMail.
The lyrics encourage women to love themselves despite society’s standards of beauty. The song was a commercial success, peaking at number one on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.
7. “Pretty in Pink” by The Psychedelic Furs
The Psychedelic Furs’ “Pretty in Pink” is a 1980s wave song that has been used for the movie “Pretty in Pink” which came out in 1986. The song is about a young girl who feels famous for sleeping around with different guys. It is one of their most popular songs and has been covered by other artists.
8. “Try” by Colbie Callait
Colbie Callait’s “Try” is a song about taking risks and putting yourself out there. It was released in 2014 as part of her fourth studio album “Gypsy Heart.”
The lyrics are about how we should not be afraid to try new things or be ourselves. The song was a commercial success, garnering 92 million views on Youtube.
9. “Scars to Your Beautiful” by Alessia Cara
The next song is a more modern one, “Scars to Your Beautiful” by Alessia Cara. It was released in 2015 and is about how everyone has beauty, even if they don’t see it themselves. The lyrics are empowering and encourage people to love themselves for who they are, and it recently trended on TikTok with make-up artists revealing their bare faces.
10. “Perfect” by Anne-Marie
The next song on this list is “Perfect” by Anne-Marie. It was released in 2018 as part of her debut studio album “Speak Your Mind.”
The song is about how we are perfect just the way we are and that we don’t need to change for anyone else. It is a feel-good anthem with a positive message and you can stream this hit song on major music platforms.
11. “Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars
Another hit song about loving yourself is “Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars. It was released in 2010 under his best-selling album “Doo-Wops & Hooligans”.
It is still widely streamed to this date with over 1 billion views on Youtube. The hit song also received a Grammy award which made Brunos Mars’ career sky-rocket.
12. “What’s Beautiful” by Everlife
“What’s Beautiful” by Everlife is a song about how beauty is found in everyone and everything. It was released in 2006 and the lyrics encourage people to see the beauty in themselves and others. It now has over 100k views which makes it their most popular track.
13. “Beautiful Soul” by Jesse McCartney
Another hit song that you probably have heard multiple times on the radio is “Beautiful Soul” by Jesse McCartney. It was released in 2004 when he was only 16 years old. Even though the lyrics are cheesy, it is still a feel-good song that makes you sing along.
14. “Beautiful to Me” by Olly Murs
The next song on this list is “Beautiful to Me” by Olly Murs. It was released in 2014 as part of his fourth studio album. The lyrics are about how the person he loves is beautiful to him, inside and out. It is a heartwarming ballad that will make you appreciate the people you love even more.
15. “Beautiful Girls” by Sean Kingston
Everybody knows the catchy tune of “Beautiful Girls” by Sean Kingston. It was released in 2007 and became an instant hit, peaking at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This R&B/Soul music with a Reggae twist is about how all the beautiful girls are taken, but that doesn’t stop Sean Kingston from appreciating them.
16. “Lovely” by Sara Haze
“Lovely” by Sara Haze was released in 2009 as part of her “My Personal Sky” album. The lyrics are about how a woman wants to be herself despite society’s standard of beauty. It is a sweet ballad that will leave you feeling loved and appreciated.
17. “Beauty In The Ugly” by Jason Mraz
The next song is “Beauty In The Ugly” by Jason Mraz. It was released in 2007 and is about how we should appreciate the beauty in everything, even if it’s not traditionally considered beautiful. This song has a more acoustic feel to it and Jason Mraz’s soothing voice makes it all the more calming.
18. “Young and Beautiful” by Lana Del Rey
“Young and Beautiful” by Lana Del Rey is a song about how beauty is fleeting. It was released in 2013 as part of the “Great Gatsby” soundtrack. The lyrics are written nostalgically and make you think about your youth. You can stream this song on all major music platforms.
19. “What Makes You Beautiful” by One Direction
The last song on this list is “What Makes You Beautiful” by One Direction. It was released in 2011 and quickly became a fan favorite. The lyrics are about how the person you love is beautiful, even though they might not see it themselves. This feel-good pop song gained popularity reaching over 1 billion views.
20. “Who You Are” by Jessie J
Finishing off this list is “Who You Are” by Jessie J. It was released in 2011 as part of her debut album. The lyrics are about how we should accept ourselves for who we are, flaws and all. This song has been covered by many famous artists including Ed Sheeran and Jordan Smith.
Final Thoughts
These are just some of the many songs about beauty that are out there. There are so many different interpretations of what beauty is and these songs reflect that.
What’s important is that you find your own definition of beauty and appreciate it in yourself and others. Thanks for reading! I hope you enjoyed this article.